Ella T. Grasso Literary Award: On the Italian-American
Experience

The purpose of this award is to recognize the writing of essays and
short stories on the Italian-American Experience. This could include personal
recollection, thoughts on being an Italian-American or appreciation of one's
own Italian heritage.

Eligibility: Any living United States
Citizen over the age of eighteen is eligible to submit entries. Members
of UNICO National or their spouses are excluded.

Prizes: Three prizes will be awarded:
First Prize of $1,500; Second Prize of $750; and Third Prize of $500. Winners
will be notified by June 15, 2001.

Rules: The following rules apply:

All entries must be original, unpublished essays or short stories of
not less than 1,500 nor more than 2,000 words.

Entries will be judged on the basis of creativity, originality, literary
merit and suitability for publication.

The topic must relate to the Italian-American Experience.

All entries must be submitted on double-spaced, typewritten form in
duplicate on 8 1/2" x 11" paper.

Written entries become the property of UNICO National for purposes
of publication in the UNICO magazine or any supplement. Authors retain
the right for publication elsewhere.

Each entry must include the author's name, address, telephone number
and a signed statement that the eligibility requirements have been met.

All entries must be postmarked no later than April 15, 2001,
and mailed to: